1995 BMW S3 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 244 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW S3 | 1967 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | S3 | Impala |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 556 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |