1985 Bitter SC vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC.
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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | 62 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
