2008 BMW 320 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 913 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 320 | Aero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| 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 | 1395 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
