1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 28 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1589 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Checker | Ginetta |
| Model | Aerobus | G34 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1050 mm |
