2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SSC Aero weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
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) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (868 Nm). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Ford | SSC |
| Model | Mustang | Aero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 1062 HP |
| Torque | 868 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1244 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
