1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1974 Checker Aerobus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Checker Aerobus | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Checker | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aerobus | W 110 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |