1964 Checker Town vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 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 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Town | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3610 mm |
