1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2690 mm |
