1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 25 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Checker | De Tomaso |
| Model | Aerobus | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2680 mm |
