1979 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 119 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Bitter | Lexus |
| Model | SC | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
