1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 34 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3510 mm |
