2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1985 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Alpina | Bitter |
| Model | B5 | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
