1984 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Opel GT is newer by 23 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Opel GT.
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, 2007 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2007 Opel GT | |
Make | Bitter | Opel |
Model | SC | GT |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |