1981 Bitter SC vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 26 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 130 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
