1964 Checker Town vs. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 221 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2500 mm |
