1983 Bitter SC vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Bitter | Rover |
Model | SC | P5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |