1981 Bitter SC vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 510 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1981 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1981 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1987 BMW 750 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 750 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |