1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Impala | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
