1964 Checker Town vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 320 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town | S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2970 mm |
