2009 BMW 650 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Checker Aerobus. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1969 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1969 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | 650 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 4760 mm |
