1985 Bitter SC vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 58 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 320 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
