1981 Bitter SC vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Bitter SC 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Bitter Chevrolet
Model SC Camaro
Year Released 1981 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2969 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2760 mm


 

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