1985 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
