1986 Bitter SC vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC.
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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 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 525 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 525 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
