1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, both 1971 Bizzarrini GT and 1971 Checker Aerobus were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Checker |
Model | GT | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 4760 mm |