1983 Bitter SC vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 630 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Bitter | Wartburg |
Model | SC | 311 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |