2009 BMW 523 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 3 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 887 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 197 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 1127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | 523 | Aero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1090 mm |
