2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 623 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1973 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1973 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Checker |
| Model | STS | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 4760 mm |
