1986 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 656 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
