1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Impala | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
