1984 Bitter SC vs. 2001 BMW Compact
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 17 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, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2001 BMW Compact | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | Compact |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
