2009 BMW 335 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 42 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 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 367 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1967 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
