2007 BMW 130 vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC. 1982 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | BMW | Bitter |
| Model | 130 | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
