1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Impala | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |