1964 Checker Town vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 45 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Town | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3510 mm |
