2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 and 2007 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2007 BMW 550. (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 867 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 SSC Aero | |
Make | BMW | SSC |
Model | 550 | Aero |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6000 cc |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1090 mm |