2010 SSC Aero vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 665 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (397 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 627 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SSC Aero | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | SSC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aero | E |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 1062 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 1357 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 380 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1402 mm |
