1991 BMW M12 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1054 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | M12 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2667 mm |
