2009 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 318 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4760 mm |
