1966 Checker Town vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1966 Checker Town is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,766 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
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. 1966 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 1965 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1965 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Checker Town | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Checker | BMW |
Model | Town | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3766 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2840 mm |