1979 BMW 732 vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 986 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | BMW | SSC |
Model | 732 | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 1183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 1483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 437 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 | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |