1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
Model | Virage | SC |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |