1981 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 25 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1506 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.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
