1985 Bitter SC vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Bitter | De Tomaso |
Model | SC | Guara |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3848 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |