1985 Bitter SC vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 17 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Bitter | TVR |
Model | SC | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |