2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero

To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 946 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero.

Because 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo GTV 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
Make Alfa Romeo SSC
Model GTV Ultimate Aero
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3179 cc 6350 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 237 HP 1183 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6950 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 1483 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 6150 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 255 km/hour 437 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 2.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1090 mm


 

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