1982 Bitter SC vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | SC | Corvette |
Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |