1985 Bitter SC vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 20 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 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
