1984 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 15 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 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Bitter | Infiniti |
Model | SC | Q45 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |