1979 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 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, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 1979 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | SC | 807 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
