1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 38 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Checker Aerobus | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Checker | BMW |
Model | Aerobus | 535 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2968 mm |