1990 BMW 518 vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 949 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 2011 SSC Aero | |
Make | BMW | SSC |
Model | 518 | Aero |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Top Speed | 194 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |