1980 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1980 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1980 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | SC | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
