1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 887 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SSC Aero weights approximately 123 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1094 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2010 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Capri | Aero |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
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 | 1170 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1090 mm |