2004 BMW 120 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 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 1046 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 85 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 913 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 120 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 416 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1335 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
