1981 Bitter SC vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 620 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 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 740 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 740 |
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 | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |