1990 BMW 320 vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 114 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320. 1982 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | BMW | Bitter |
| Model | 320 | SC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
