1986 Bitter SC vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | SC | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 642 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |