1985 Bitter SC vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | M3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |