1983 Bitter SC vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 8 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 115 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | 965 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |