1952 Buick 40 vs. 1974 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1974 Checker Aerobus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 770 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 1974 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Buick | Checker |
Model | 40 | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 4760 mm |