2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Bugatti | Checker |
| Model | Veyron | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4760 mm |
