2001 BMW 520 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 28 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 735 kg more than 2001 BMW 520. 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 520 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 520 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4760 mm |
