1979 BMW 735 vs. 1974 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1979 BMW 735 is newer by 5 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, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 875 kg more than 1979 BMW 735.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 735. (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 735 | 1974 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 735 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4760 mm |
