1981 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1981 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1981 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | Bitter | Lexus |
Model | SC | LS |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |