1984 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 26 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 33 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bitter | Lexus |
| Model | SC | IS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2731 mm |
