1981 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 593 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Bitter | Infiniti |
| Model | SC | FX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2885 mm |
