1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 132 L |
