2004 Xedos 9 vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Xedos | Bitter |
| Model | 9 | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
