2008 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2007 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
