1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 850 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Checker Aerobus | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Checker | Porsche |
Model | Aerobus | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2350 mm |