2007 Acura TL vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1980 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1980 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Acura | Bitter |
| Model | TL | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
