2007 BMW 535 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 234 kg more than 2007 BMW 535. 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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 535 | 1967 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
