1983 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |