1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1132 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 195 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1373 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Austin | SSC |
| Model | A 55 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1090 mm |
