2007 SSC Aero vs. 2007 BMW 525

To start off, both 2007 SSC Aero and 2007 BMW 525 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 847 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 387 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 1106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 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 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 SSC Aero 2007 BMW 525
Make SSC BMW
Model Aero 525
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 1062 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 1357 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 380 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1293 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 2080 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1500 mm


 

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