1976 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. 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 (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1985 Bitter SC | |
Make | Audi | Bitter |
Model | 100 | SC |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |