1985 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | SC | Corvette |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3848 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 437 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |