1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 14 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 975 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Checker | Ferrari |
| Model | Aerobus | 308 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2350 mm |
