2008 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 316 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4760 mm |
