1985 Bitter SC vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 15 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC. 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
