1964 Checker Town vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 1987 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Checker | De Tomaso |
| Model | Town | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2520 mm |
