1985 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 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), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4250 mm |
