1985 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 28 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 214 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Bitter | Lotus |
Model | SC | Evora |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2047 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1229 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2575 mm |