2002 BMW 320 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 320 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 1202 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
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 712 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 320 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2667 mm |
