1979 Bitter SC vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 26 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | X5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
