1983 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 25 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Bitter | Morgan |
| Model | SC | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
