2006 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus.
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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 525 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4760 mm |
