1981 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 26 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC.
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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Bitter | Lotus |
Model | SC | Exige |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |