1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Checker | Ferrari |
Model | Aerobus | F355 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2460 mm |