1983 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
