1986 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 13 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 325 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4760 mm |
