1986 Bitter SC vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 14 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 20 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | SC | NSX |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |