2003 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 2003 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1980 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1980 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Acura | Bitter |
| Model | NSX | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
