2009 BMW 135 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 135 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4760 mm |
