1983 Bitter SC vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | SC | XJS |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |