1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 675 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Checker | Jaguar |
| Model | Aerobus | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2600 mm |
