1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 24 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Checker | Porsche |
Model | Aerobus | 993 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2280 mm |