1985 Bitter SC vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 4 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 1989 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 850 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
