1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 832 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Checker | Nissan |
Model | Aerobus | 370Z |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2550 mm |