1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 989 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SSC Aero weights approximately 313 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1239 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2009 SSC Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 1502 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
