1983 Bitter SC vs. 1995 BMW M3
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 12 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1995 BMW M3 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | M3 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |