1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Checker Aerobus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Checker Aerobus. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1971 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1971 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
