1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 30 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Checker | Porsche |
Model | Aerobus | 996 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2360 mm |