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 65 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 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. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1980 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1980 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
