2009 BMW 125 vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 27 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC. 1982 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 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:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | BMW | Bitter |
| Model | 125 | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
