1979 Bitter SC vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 56 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1997 BMW M3 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | M3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |