1986 Bitter SC vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 50 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1992 BMW 332 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | SC | 332 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3152 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |