1985 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1985 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Bitter | Mini |
| Model | SC | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2466 mm |
