1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. 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 67 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerobus | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2760 mm |
