2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | BMW | Checker |
Model | Z9 | Aerobus |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4760 mm |