1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 985 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Checker | Porsche |
Model | Aerobus | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2280 mm |