1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 415 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Checker |
Model | V8 Vantage | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4760 mm |