1983 Bitter SC vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 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 968 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | 968 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |