2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari 612. (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 632 kg more than 2008 SSC 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 768 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ferrari | SSC |
Model | 612 | Aero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
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 | 1925 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |