1964 Checker Town vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town.
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:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Checker | Pontiac |
| Model | Town | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
