1974 BMW 3 vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 983 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate 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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1213 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 3 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1433 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
