1987 BMW 628 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 628 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 881 more horse power than 1987 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 628 weights approximately 177 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 1117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 628 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 628 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
