1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 875 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
| Model | Lagonda | SC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
