2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 128 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Ford | Bitter |
Model | Mustang | SC |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |