2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Checker Aerobus. 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Checker Aerobus. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1970 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1970 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Bentley | Checker |
| Model | Arnage | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
