1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 635 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Checker | Jaguar |
| Model | Aerobus | XJS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2600 mm |
