1972 BMW 520 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 912 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 SSC 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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 520 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
