1964 Checker Town vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 43 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town | SLK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
