1985 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 455 kg more than 1985 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1970 Buick Centurion | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | SC | Centurion |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3848 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3160 mm |