1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 510 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Impala | 116 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 51 L |
