1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 36 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316. 2009 BMW 316 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. 2009 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Checker | BMW |
| Model | Aerobus | 316 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2730 mm |
