1985 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 731 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bitter | Dodge |
| Model | SC | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3569 mm |
