1964 Checker Town vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 38 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S 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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Checker | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Town | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2659 mm |
