1998 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 43 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 126 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, 1998 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | BMW | Bitter |
| Model | 320 | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
