1981 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 23 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 252 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | SC | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |