1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 617 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1970 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1970 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Checker | Cadillac |
| Model | Aerobus | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2890 mm |
