1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 29 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 135 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |