2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 687 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Porsche | SSC |
| Model | 911 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
