1984 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 144 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
