1973 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 1 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, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 3 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4760 mm |
