1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 38 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 590 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
| Model | Impala | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2795 mm |
