1981 Bitter SC vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1085 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | X5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
