1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Checker | Porsche |
Model | Aerobus | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2860 mm |