1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 349 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Impala |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 6490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
