1964 Checker Town vs. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII.
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 | 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Checker | Lincoln |
| Model | Town | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
