2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Porsche | SSC |
| Model | 911 | Aero |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
