1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 Bitter SC
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 Bitter SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
Model | DB7 | SC |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |