1982 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Buick GS

To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 280 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Bitter SC 1970 Buick GS
Make Bitter Buick
Model SC GS
Year Released 1982 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2969 cc 5724 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 178 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2860 mm


 

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