1981 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 29 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 384 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | SC | F-350 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3610 mm |