1985 Bitter SC vs. 1988 BMW 530
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC 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 20 more horse power than 1988 BMW 530. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 22 kg more than 1988 BMW 530. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 530. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1988 BMW 530 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 530 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 216 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 | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |