1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 40 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 755 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost has automatic transmission and 1973 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1973 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Impala | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3295 mm |
