1981 Bitter SC vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 335 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | SC | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
