1985 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 16 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1970 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 7014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
