1982 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 24 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 861 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
| Model | SC | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
