1985 Bitter SC vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 25 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 123 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |