1981 Bitter SC vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | SC | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
