2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 22 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 462 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bitter |
| Model | STS | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1812 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
