2005 BMW 730 vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 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 834 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 531 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 1057 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2011 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2011 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 730 | Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
