1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 21 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2005 BMW 730 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 730 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |