1983 Bitter SC vs. 1992 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 9 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 240 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1992 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | SC | Viper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
