2001 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 855 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | M3 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4760 mm |
