1986 Bitter SC vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 325 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
