1984 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 189 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 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bitter | Lexus |
| Model | SC | GS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
