1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 20 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 845 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerobus | 320 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2810 mm |
