1983 Bitter SC vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 13 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, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 27 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1996 BMW 525 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 525 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |