1982 Bitter SC vs. 1996 BMW 523
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. 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 7 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 BMW 523. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1996 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 523 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
