1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 31 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, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Checker | Noble |
| Model | Aerobus | M12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2440 mm |
