1983 Bitter SC vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 204 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.
Because 1983 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | Seville |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
