1985 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 12 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, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | AC | Checker |
| Model | Cobra | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 4760 mm |
