1966 Checker Town vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town | C |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3766 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |