1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1084 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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 846 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Mustang. (637 Nm). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Mustang | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Mustang | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7014 cc | 6350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 1183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 1483 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |