1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 890 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Checker | Porsche |
Model | Aerobus | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 476 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2360 mm |