1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 994 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SSC Aero weights approximately 293 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2009 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Mazda | SSC |
| Model | 818 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
