1985 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 1996 Lexus GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 105 kg more 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS. 1996 Lexus GS 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. 1996 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bitter | Lexus |
| Model | SC | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
