2006 BMW 523 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 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 1175 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 588 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 812 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 523 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6932 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2667 mm |
