2012 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Impala | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Avanti |
| Model | Impala | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
