1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1969 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1969 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Bristol | Checker |
| Model | 412 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 4760 mm |
