1998 BMW 318 vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | BMW | Bitter |
| Model | 318 | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 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 | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
