1981 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 348 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Bitter SC | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | SC | Mustang |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |