2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Checker |
| Model | DB9 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4760 mm |
