2008 BMW 335 vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 883 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate 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 Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1076 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 335 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
