1985 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Bitter | Pontiac |
Model | SC | Firebird |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |