1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 29 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Checker | Ferrari |
| Model | Aerobus | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2510 mm |
