1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 28 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 995 kg more than 1999 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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Checker | Ferrari |
| Model | Aerobus | F355 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2460 mm |
