1980 Bitter SC vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Bitter SC | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 335 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |