1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 33 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Checker | TVR |
| Model | Aerobus | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2370 mm |
