1984 Bitter SC vs. 1962 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1962 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |