1982 Bitter SC vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 780 kg more than 1982 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
