1979 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 26 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. Both 1979 Bitter SC and 2005 Noble M14 are equipped with a 2,968 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 2005 Noble M14 | |
Make | Bitter | Noble |
Model | SC | M14 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |