1984 Bitter SC vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 356 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |
