2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1506 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Ford | Bitter |
| Model | Five Hundred | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 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 | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
