1985 Bitter SC vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Bitter | Opel |
Model | SC | Senator |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |