2007 BMW 523 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 38 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 915 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 523 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4760 mm |
