2012 Lamborghini Aventador vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 5 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador. (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 668 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador. (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | SSC |
| Model | Aventador | Aero |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6500 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 700 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 689 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1135 mm | 1090 mm |
