1988 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 900 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | M6 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4760 mm |
