1983 Bitter SC vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Bitter | TVR |
Model | SC | Tamora |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |