1982 Bitter SC vs. 1975 BMW 320
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 1975 BMW 320 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 320 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |