1984 Bitter SC vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 23 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
