1985 Bitter SC vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
