1994 BMW 730 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 972 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 803 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 730 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
