2006 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Checker Town
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1964 Checker Town. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1964 Checker Town | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | M3 | Town |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3060 mm |
