1986 Bitter SC vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1986 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | 62 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
