1982 Bitter SC vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 455 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Bitter | Pontiac |
Model | SC | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |