1996 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 817 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1974 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | M3 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4760 mm |
