2008 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 330 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4760 mm |
