2009 BMW 318 vs. 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, both 2009 BMW 318 and 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 1121 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 318 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 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 | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
