1981 Bitter SC vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 535 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
