1984 Bitter SC vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 19 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 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 40 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
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 (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2003 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 520 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
