2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2012 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Impala | 740 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |