1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 BMW M6
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 185 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 M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | M6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |