2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 569 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
