1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1151 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 1974 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Checker | Nissan |
| Model | Aerobus | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |
