2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 1982 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2001 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2001 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Bitter |
| Model | D8 | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
