1980 Bitter SC vs. 2000 BMW 316
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Bitter SC | 2000 BMW 316 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 316 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |