1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1995 Citroen XM
To start off, 1995 Citroen XM is newer by 22 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1995 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1995 Citroen XM | |
Make | Checker | Citroen |
Model | Aerobus | XM |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2760 mm |