1982 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 19 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Bitter | Infiniti |
Model | SC | Q45 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |