1982 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 17 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bitter | Opel |
| Model | SC | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
