1984 Bitter SC vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 25 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 318 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
