1964 Checker Town vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 16 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town | 380 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2820 mm |
