1979 Bitter SC vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 374 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | SC | XJS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |