2004 BMW 120 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 35 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 120 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4760 mm |
