1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 34 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| 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 Length | 5600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
