2009 BMW 325 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1135 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 325 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| 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 Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2667 mm |
