1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 652 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus. 2010 Jaguar XK 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. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Checker | Jaguar |
| Model | Aerobus | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2751 mm |
