1982 Bitter SC vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 11 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 805 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Bitter | Checker |
| Model | SC | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4760 mm |
