1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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.
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1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | 2-Litre | SSR |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |