1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 BMW 3 Series
In comparing the 1996 Chevrolet Impala's and the 1996 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Chevrolet Impala has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. The 1996 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 1996 Chevrolet Impala's and the 1996 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Chevrolet Impala is a better car than the 1996 BMW 3 Series.
1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1996 Chevrolet Impala loses 51.7 percent of its value and the 1996 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 1996 Chevrolet Impala retains 0.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1996 BMW 3 Series.
1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Impala is 8.4 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Impala being ranked 4 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Impala is 8.7 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Impala a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 3 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1996 Chevrolet Impala’s base engine makes 260 horsepower, and the 1996 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 138 horsepower. The Impala is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 552 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles.This gives the 1996 BMW 3 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1996 Chevrolet Impala the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 1996 Chevrolet Impala and the 1996 BMW 3 Series have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11130 - 45354
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.51674
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Chevrolet Impala Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.392351 / 10
Reliability:
8.677055 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Impala Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
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2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1996 Chevrolet Impala Trim Levels
SS
1996 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
133 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 552 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4036 lbs
Width:
77.5 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
214.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2976 lbs
Width:
66.9 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
174.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available