1991 BMW 518 vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 19 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1991 BMW 518. 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 518 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4760 mm |
