1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1970 Checker Aerobus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 955 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Checker | Maserati |
Model | Aerobus | Mexico |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2650 mm |