2007 BMW 335 vs. 1973 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1973 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
