1983 Bitter SC vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
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 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Bitter | Venturi |
| Model | SC | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
