1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.

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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster 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. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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