1983 BMW 525 vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 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 1060 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525.
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 1242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 525 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 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 | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
