1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 799 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1969 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Checker | Nissan |
| Model | Aerobus | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2776 mm |
