1979 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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. 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 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (159 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 84 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 1979 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 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
