1982 Bitter SC vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 30 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 56 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 116 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
