1983 Bitter SC vs. 1984 BMW 628
To start off, 1984 BMW 628 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1984 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 628 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
