1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1964 Checker Town
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 2 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
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:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1964 Checker Town | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Checker |
| Model | DB4 | Town |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3060 mm |
