2011 SSC Aero vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 5 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 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 SSC Aero. (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2011 SSC Aero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SSC Aero weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SSC Aero | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | SSC | SSC |
| Model | Aero | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1062 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 1357 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 380 km/hour | 416 km/hour |
| 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 | 1293 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1090 mm |
