1983 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 27 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Bitter | Tesla |
Model | SC | Roadster |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2352 mm |