1981 Bitter SC vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 530 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |