1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 969 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Berkeley | Bitter |
| Model | QB | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2690 mm |
