1985 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC.
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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Bitter | Checker |
| Model | SC | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4760 mm |
