1979 Bitter SC vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 409 kg more than 1979 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | SC | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |