1964 Checker Town vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 47 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, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 85 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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Checker | BMW |
| Model | Town | 335 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2761 mm |
