1980 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 25 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 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. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Bitter | Aston Martin |
| Model | SC | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
