1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 932 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Checker | Jaguar |
| Model | Aerobus | XK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2770 mm |
