1984 Bitter SC vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 160 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 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 530 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 530 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 500 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 | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
