1964 Checker Town vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 161 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.
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1964 Checker Town | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Checker | Maserati |
Model | Town | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2941 mm |