1963 Rover P6 vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 973 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SSC Aero weights approximately 13 kg more than 1963 Rover P6. 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 Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P6 | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Rover | SSC |
| Model | P6 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
