1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 39 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 599.
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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Checker | Ferrari |
| Model | Aerobus | 599 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2760 mm |
