1981 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 20 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 75 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 996 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 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 996 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
