1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impala | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
