1964 Checker Town vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 235 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.
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1964 Checker Town | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town | SL |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2570 mm |