2006 SSC Ultimate Aero vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero. (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | SSC | SSC |
| Model | Ultimate Aero | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6340 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1187 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 1113 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 416 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.8 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1090 mm |
