1967 Alvis TF vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1970 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 855 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Alvis | Checker |
| Model | TF | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| 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 | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4760 mm |
