1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 37 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, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 815 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | Checker | BMW |
Model | Aerobus | 528 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2888 mm |