1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Checker | Ferrari |
Model | Aerobus | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2510 mm |