1983 Bitter SC vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 27 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 125 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 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 |
