1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 22 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Checker | TVR |
| Model | Aerobus | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2290 mm |
