1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 39 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, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Checker | Infiniti |
| Model | Aerobus | G |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2850 mm |
