1983 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 23 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | SC | F-350 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3610 mm |