1984 Bitter SC vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 711 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | SC | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
