1985 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 20 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3610 mm |
