1964 Checker Town vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Checker | Cadillac |
| Model | Town | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3302 mm |
