1966 Alvis TF vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1969 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1966 Alvis TF.
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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Alvis | Checker |
| Model | TF | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4760 mm |
