2009 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | BMW | Checker |
| Model | M3 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4760 mm |
