SSC Ultimate Aero. part~1

 

SSC Ultimate Aero.

The SSC Ultimate Aero is a mid-engined sports car that was produced by SSC North America (formerly known as Shelby SuperCars) from 2006 until 2013. The SSC Ultimate Aero held the title of the fastest production car in the world, according to the Guinness World Records, from 2007 (when it was officially timed at 256.14 mph (412.22 km/h)) until the introduction of the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport in 2010. However, in April 2013, the Guinness World Records temporarily disqualified the Veyron's record time for a period of five days, due to concerns about electronic speed limiting changing the function of the car, thereby reinstating the Ultimate Aero as the fastest production car in the interim.

The SSC Ultimate Aero was not sold with electronic driver aids such as antilock brakes or traction control, as according to Jerod Shelby, "Early design philosophy on the car was to make it a driver's car. I wanted a car that you not only throttled with your right foot but at times you could steer with your right foot and a sensor ".

Record Breaking Times:~

0-60 mph:	2.78 seconds
1/4 mile:	9.90 seconds at 144 mph
Top Speed (Tested):	257.41 mph
Top Speed (Projected):	273 mph
Skidpad:	1.05g
0-100mph-0:	11.66 seconds
60mph-0 (braking):	103 feet

Engine Specs:~

Type:	SSC Designed Billet Aluminum V8 Block
Displacement:	387.2 cu.in.
Bore x Stroke:	4.125 x 3.620"
Compression Ratio:	8.975:1
Horsepower:	1287 bhp @ 6075 rpm
Torque:	1112 ft-lbs @ 6150 rpm
Redline:	7200 rpm
Fuel Injection:	Electronic Sequential Port
Weight:	422 lbs.
Oil:	SAE 5W/30 Fully Synthetic Racing
Induction System:	Sequential, multi-port fuel injection, Twin Turbo Chargers. Dual-Water to Air Intercoolers.
Fuel:	Premium Unleaded - 91 Pump Octane

Chassis & Body:~

Layout:	Mid-Engine/Rear Drive
Body/Frame:	Carbon Fiber/Composite/Steel Space Frame
Brakes:	Front: 14.0" Vented Slotted Discs/8-Piston Caliper. Rear: 14.0" Vented Slotted Discs/6-Piston Caliper.
Wheels:	Forged 3-Piece Alloy 19x9-1/2" Front, 20x13" Rear
Tires:	Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 Front: 235 35 (YR)19. Rear: 335 30 (YR)20.
Steering:	Rack and Pinion, Assisted
Turns, Lock to Lock:	2.5
Turning Circle:	41.6 ft.
Suspension:	Front: Unequal Length Upper and Lower A-Arms, Coil Over Springs, Remote Reservoir-Adjustable Penske Coil-Over Shocks, Cab Controlled Air Lift, Anti-Roll Bar. Rear: Unequal Lengths Upper Rocker and Lower A-Arm, Adjustable Coil-Over Springs, Remote Reservoir-Adjustable Penske Coil-Over Shock, Anti-Roll Bar.

Standard Equipment:~

Includes:	Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Mirrors, Tilt-Steering, Cab-Controlled Front Air Lift, 10 Speaker Premium Audio, CD/DVD System w/ 7.5" DVD Screen, Automatic Backup Camera, Navigation
Instrumentation:	260 mph Speedometer, 8000 rpm Tachometer, Sequential Shift Lights, Horsepower Gauge, Oil Pressure, Water Temperature, Fuel Level, Voltage

General Data:~

Dry Weight:	2,750 lbs.
Weight to Horsepower Ratio:	2.14 lbs/hp - New Production Car Record!
Weight Distribution F/R:	Front: 42% Rear: 58%
Wheel Base:	105.2"
Length:	176.2"
Width:	82.7"
Height:	43.0"
Ground Clearance:	4.0"

Accomodations:~

Seating Capacity:	2 Custom Recaro Seats
Headroom:	38.5"
Seat Width:	2 x 19"
Leg Room:	47.0"
Seat Back Adjustment:	25o
Seat Travel:	6.0"

Drive Train / Gear Ratios:~

Gear	Ratio	RPM	MPH
1st	3.00:1	7200	58.517
2nd	2.15:1	7200	81.651
3rd	1.5:1	7200	117.033
4th	1.1304:1	7200	155.294
5th	0.8667:1	7200	202.557
6th	0.6452:1	7200	272.102
Final Drive Ratio: 3.4444:1 - Engine RPM @ 60 mph in 6th Gear: 1550

Ultimate Aero Dynamics:~

Coefficient of Drag (Cd):	0.357
Frontal Area:	19.0 sq. ft.
Belly Pan:	Complete flat belly pan with rear Venturi tunnels.

Warranty Information:~

Basic Warranty:	1 Year / Unlimited Miles
Powertrain:	1 Year / Unlimited Miles
Rust-Through:	N/A

Ultimate Aero Color Chart.