1980 Bitter SC vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 29 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 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 175 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 523 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
