1999 BMW 740 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 13 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | BMW | Bitter |
Model | 740 | SC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 2035 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |