1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1053 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Chevelle | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
