2008 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 22 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC. 1986 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | BMW | Bitter |
| Model | 330 | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
