1964 Checker Town vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2850 mm |
