1986 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 21 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Bitter | Panoz |
Model | SC | Esperante |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |