1985 Bitter SC vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 24 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 125 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |