2005 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1974 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
