1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 22 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 765 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Checker Aerobus. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1974 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1974 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Checker | Jaguar |
| Model | Aerobus | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2600 mm |
