1984 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 17 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | SC | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |