2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari Rossa.
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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 817 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Ferrari | SSC |
| Model | Rossa | Aero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1090 mm |
