1946 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1963 Pontiac Tempest
To start off, 1963 Pontiac Tempest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 5,302 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 615 kg more than 1963 Pontiac Tempest.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Chrysler Town & Country | 1963 Pontiac Tempest | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Town & Country | Tempest |
Year Released | 1946 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5302 cc | 3524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2930 mm |