1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 35 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2007 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Checker | Pagani |
| Model | Aerobus | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2730 mm |
