1986 Bitter SC vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 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 29 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
