1980 Bitter SC vs. 1994 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1994 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bitter | Jensen |
| Model | SC | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
