1985 Bitter SC vs. 1981 BMW 528
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 BMW 528. 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 (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1981 BMW 528 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 528 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |