1985 Bitter SC vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | SC | MK II |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3848 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |