1983 Bitter SC vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 30 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 587 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
