1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Checker | Porsche |
Model | Aerobus | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |