1984 Bitter SC vs. 1993 BMW 518
To start off, 1993 BMW 518 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC 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 64 more horse power than 1993 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 440 kg more than 1993 BMW 518. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1993 BMW 518 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 518 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |