1985 Bitter SC vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 190 kg more than 1954 BMW 502. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1954 BMW 502 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 502 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2578 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |