1981 Bitter SC vs. 1994 BMW 840
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 13 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 390 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1994 BMW 840 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 840 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |