1980 Bitter SC vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 20 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Bitter SC | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Bitter | Lotus |
Model | SC | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |