1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 42 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1969 Checker Aerobus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150. 2011 Ford E-150 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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3505 mm |
