1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1271 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 127 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 877 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Comodoro | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2667 mm |
