2010 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Impala | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
