1983 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-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 210 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2703 mm |
