1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Impala | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2909 mm |
