1981 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 31 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 315 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 1981 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 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Bitter | Buick |
| Model | SC | Regal |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
