1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2001 Porsche 911

To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 865 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.

Because 2001 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, 2001 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1973 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1973 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Checker Aerobus 2001 Porsche 911
Make Checker Porsche
Model Aerobus 911
Year Released 1973 2001
Engine Size 5733 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 185 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 463 Nm 371 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2405 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 6690 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 4760 mm 2360 mm