1981 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 22 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Bitter | Marcos |
| Model | SC | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2300 mm |
