1986 Bitter SC vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 18 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 318 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
