1957 Allard GT vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard GT | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Allard | Bitter |
Model | GT | SC |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |