1980 Bitter SC vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 28 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | M6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
