1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 42 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Checker | Porsche |
Model | Aerobus | Cayman |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2415 mm |