1983 Bitter SC vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 535 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |