1982 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 21 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 147 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Bitter | Infiniti |
| Model | SC | M |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
