1979 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 31 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R 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.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | SC | GT-R |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
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 | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2779 mm |