2009 BMW 120 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 36 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 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1973 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1973 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 120 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4760 mm |
