1966 Checker Town vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 46 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Town | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2838 mm |
