1984 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Bitter | Panoz |
Model | SC | AIV |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |