1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 797 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aerobus | 500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2460 mm |