1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 882 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Checker | Dodge |
| Model | Aerobus | Viper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2520 mm |
