1982 Bitter SC vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 16 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 318 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
