1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Checker | Ford |
Model | Aerobus | 17M |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2610 mm |