1981 Bitter SC vs. 1976 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1976 BMW 3.3 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 3.3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |