1984 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 84 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | SC | XJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
