1984 Bitter SC vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 24 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 94 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 116 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
