1985 Bitter SC vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 21 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, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 525 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
