1983 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 28 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Bitter | Lotus |
Model | SC | Exige |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
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 Weight | 1350 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 44 L |