1966 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Bitter SC
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 453 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1984 Bitter SC | |
Make | AC | Bitter |
Model | Cobra | SC |
Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |