1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 44 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Checker | Porsche |
| Model | Aerobus | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2920 mm |
