1970 Rover 2000 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 956 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 SSC 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 Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover 2000 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Rover | SSC |
| Model | 2000 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1978 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 | 173 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
