1964 Checker Town vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town | SLK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2431 mm |
