1981 Bitter SC vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 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, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Bitter | De Tomaso |
| Model | SC | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
