1985 Bitter SC vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 73 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bitter | Dodge |
| Model | SC | Viper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
