2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1506 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Ford | Bitter |
Model | Crown Victoria | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |