1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 26 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Checker | TVR |
| Model | Aerobus | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2290 mm |
