1983 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 22 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | SC | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
