1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 1987 Maserati 420 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Checker | Maserati |
Model | Aerobus | 420 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2610 mm |