2000 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 BMW X5.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | X5 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4760 mm |
