1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1044 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 770 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 774 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Caprice | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
