1984 Bitter SC vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
