1983 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC.
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 Boxster (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
