1979 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 34 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
