2007 BMW M6 vs. 1966 Checker Town
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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. 1966 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1966 Checker Town | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | M6 | Town |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3060 mm |
