1983 Bitter SC vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | SC | 330 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
