1985 Bitter SC vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 59 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
