1984 Bitter SC vs. 1951 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 304 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK. 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, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1951 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | SC | XK |
Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |