1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1067 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm) has 1313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SSC |
| Model | Spider | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
