2006 BMW 630 vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 1980 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | BMW | Bitter |
| Model | 630 | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
