1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 43 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 90 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.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Checker Aerobus. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Checker | Bentley |
| Model | Aerobus | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2746 mm |
