1999 Audi R8 vs. 1984 Bitter SC
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 15 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 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 1598 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1984 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Audi | Bitter |
| Model | R8 | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
