1986 Bitter SC vs. 1979 BMW 728
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1979 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 728 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
