1980 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1080 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Bitter SC | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |