1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |
