1983 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 19 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
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 | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |