1980 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC.
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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Bitter SC | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | Boxster |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |