2005 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca.
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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | AC | Checker |
Model | Aceca | Aerobus |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 4760 mm |