1983 Bitter SC vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 135 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
