1985 Bitter SC vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 953 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | SC | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2946 mm |
