2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus.
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 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Checker |
| Model | CTS-V | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4760 mm |
