1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 33 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Impala | Coupe |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |