1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 20 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Checker | Ferrari |
Model | Aerobus | F40 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2460 mm |