2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1979 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1979 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Alpina | Bitter |
| Model | B7 | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
