1985 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 16 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 51 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | TE-50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| 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 | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
