1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 97 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Bitter |
| Model | Diablo | SC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
