1992 BMW 332 vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 965 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 332 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 4760 mm |
