1983 Bitter SC vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 4 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 TVR S. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 TVR S. 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1987 TVR S | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | SC | S |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
