1983 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |