1979 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Bitter | Pagani |
Model | SC | Zonda |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |