1986 Bitter SC vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman.
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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
