1983 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 927 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 214 kg more than 2011 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Zenvo |
| Model | SC | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3055 mm |
