1975 AC 428 vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1975 AC 428 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 975 kg more than 1975 AC 428.
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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | AC | Checker |
| Model | 428 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4760 mm |
