1964 Checker Town vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 48 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Checker Town. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Checker | BMW |
Model | Town | X6 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2933 mm |