1966 Checker Town vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2960 mm |
