1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Checker Aerobus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (310 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (433 Nm). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Checker | Ferrari |
| Model | Aerobus | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |
