1972 BMW 520 vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 960 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 520 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4760 mm |
