1985 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Bitter | Lexus |
| Model | SC | RX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
