1983 Bitter SC vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 26 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 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 120 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
