1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Toyota Supra is newer by 26 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Toyota Supra.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Checker | Toyota |
Model | Aerobus | Supra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2560 mm |