1997 BMW 318 vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318. 1980 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | BMW | Bitter |
| Model | 318 | SC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
