1985 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Bitter SC 1968 Pontiac GTO
Make Bitter Pontiac
Model SC GTO
Year Released 1985 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3848 cc 6549 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 208 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 603 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 104.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.5 mm 95.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2850 mm


 

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