1983 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 18 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 385 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | SC | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
