1998 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 281 kg more than 1998 BMW 325.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1972 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Impala |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |