1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 944 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2685 mm |
