1981 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Bitter | Marcos |
Model | SC | Mantara |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |