1983 Bitter SC vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 24 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1013 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | SC | Savana |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3940 mm |
