1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 41 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, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 920 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Checker Aerobus | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Checker | BMW |
Model | Aerobus | 123 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |