1995 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 330 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
