1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 725 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.
Because 1980 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bitter |
| Model | Calais | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
