2008 Honda NSX vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 28 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Honda | Bitter |
| Model | NSX | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 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 |
