1981 Bitter SC vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
