1983 Bitter SC vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 124 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Bitter | Pontiac |
Model | SC | Firebird |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |