1985 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
