1962 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 991 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 373 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Vauxhall | SSC |
| Model | VX4 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1505 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
