2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 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 767 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 360. (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 25 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 739 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Ferrari | SSC |
Model | 360 | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 6340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 1187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 1113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1090 mm |