1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 30 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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus.
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) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2580 mm |
