1982 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 60 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | SC | Corvette |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 906 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |