1966 Checker Town vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (136 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town.
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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
