1985 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | SC | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
