1984 Bitter SC vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 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 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 320 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
