1982 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
