1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 20 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Caterham | Checker |
| Model | Super 7 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 4760 mm |
