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 206 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | M3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
