1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 956 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SSC Aero weights approximately 453 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Ford | SSC |
| Model | Cortina | Aero |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
