1985 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 885 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.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Bitter | Bentley |
| Model | SC | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
