1980 Bitter SC vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 32 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, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 145 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Bitter SC | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 320 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 380 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |