1981 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 70 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | 993 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |