1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1969 Checker Aerobus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 875 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Checker |
| Model | DB5 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4760 mm |
