1984 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 22 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | SC | 350Z |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |