1983 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 62 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
