1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Checker Aerobus | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Checker | Scion |
Model | Aerobus | FR-S |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2570 mm |