1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 50 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
