2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Checker Town
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 3,766 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | 1966 Checker Town | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | Z4 | Town |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3060 mm |
