1986 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 17 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
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, 1986 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | SC | S2000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |