1983 Bitter SC vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 23 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 525 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |