1980 Bitter SC vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 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, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC. 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323. 2000 BMW 323 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 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
