1979 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 25 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Bitter | Ascari |
Model | SC | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2636 mm |