1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2895 mm |
