1983 Bitter SC vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 16 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Bitter | De Tomaso |
| Model | SC | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
