1971 BMW 2002 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1210 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 2002 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2667 mm |
