1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Checker Aerobus. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1969 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1969 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerobus | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2960 mm |
