1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 43 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | CLS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |