2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 1986 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Honda | Bitter |
| Model | S2000 | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 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 | 1265 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
