1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 90 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.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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 X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 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 X1 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | X1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
