1979 BMW 732 vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 905 kg more than 1979 BMW 732.
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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 732 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4760 mm |
