1983 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
