1981 Bitter SC vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 190 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 330 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
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 | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |