1983 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | SC | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 110.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |