1983 Bitter SC vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 18 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 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
