1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | SC | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2415 mm |
