2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 920 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | Z4 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4760 mm |
