1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2807 mm |
