1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 22 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Checker | Morgan |
Model | Aerobus | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2500 mm |