1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Lexus GS
To start off, 2002 Lexus GS is newer by 30 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, 2002 Lexus GS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Lexus GS.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus GS. 2002 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1972 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1972 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Checker | Lexus |
| Model | Aerobus | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2680 mm |
