1984 Bitter SC vs. 1968 BMW 2800
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1968 BMW 2800 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 2800 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |