2008 BMW 130 vs. 1974 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1974 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 130 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4760 mm |
