1964 Checker Town vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Checker Town. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town | E |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |
