1983 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 210 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | CTS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
