2008 BMW 550 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 41 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, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1967 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 550 | Impala |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6490 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 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 |