1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impala | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |
