2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 962 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Aero weights approximately 768 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2006 SSC Aero | |
Make | Caterham | SSC |
Model | Beaulieu | Aero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1090 mm |