2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 901 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 167 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1027 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2008 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2008 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | BMW | SSC |
Model | 320 | Aero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 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 | 1460 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1090 mm |