1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 31 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Checker | McLaren |
| Model | Aerobus | F1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2720 mm |
