1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335. 1996 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Impala | 335 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |