1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1973 Maserati Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 977 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Checker | Maserati |
| Model | Aerobus | Bora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2610 mm |
