1986 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
