1981 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 790 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2895 mm |