1982 Bitter SC vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, both 1982 Bitter SC and 1982 BMW 325 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 460 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 1982 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 325 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1140 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 |