1983 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 30 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 39 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Bitter | Audi |
| Model | SC | A5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
