1966 Checker Town vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 33 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 3,766 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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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1966 Checker Town | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town | SLK |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3766 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |