1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 32 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Checker | Ferrari |
| Model | Aerobus | 612 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2960 mm |
