1967 Alvis TF vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 1985 Bitter SC | |
Make | Alvis | Bitter |
Model | TF | SC |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |