1985 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Bitter | Rover |
Model | SC | P5B |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |