1985 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3440 mm |
