2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 BMW 760 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Impala | 760 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 750 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |