1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Checker | Ferrari |
Model | Aerobus | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2410 mm |