2006 BMW M6 vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 683 more horse power than 2006 BMW M6. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M6.
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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 964 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | M6 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
