If choosing one of these based only on performance I’d have to go with the ‘63, based on personal experience. I’ve mentioned before on the forums about a good friends (Joey Jenei) SS 409/425, 4 speed convertible, 4:10’s, actually the same color as the featured car with black top and interior. My rides in that car are forever etched in my memory, Wicked cool and absolutely savage fast! I very much prefer the ‘61’s styling though, if I could find a ‘61 SS 409, (John’s example will be just fine, thank you) there would be no contest. Great brain strainer John!
I'm in the minority but I never was a fan of the 61. My dad had a 63 Impala wagon so I'm going with the 63.
I love all the Impalas from 1959-1970, so a tough choice for me, but a very slight, slight edge to the '61
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
The simple, clean lines of the '61 for me, please.
Barry Levittan
Long Island, NY
This is tough...going with the '63 because friends and family had '63 Chevys but I'm a long time fan of the '61.
Gents, thanks for your responses!
John Bono
North Jersey