1966 Checker Town vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Checker | BMW |
| Model | Town | 850 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2690 mm |
