1984 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
