1982 Bitter SC vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 18 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | SC | NSX |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |