1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 958 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Checker | Lamborghini |
| Model | Aerobus | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2680 mm |
