1984 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 188 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | CTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
