1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1974 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1974 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | Z3 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4760 mm |
