1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 26 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Checker | Nissan |
Model | Aerobus | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2730 mm |