1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Ford | Bitter |
| Model | Thunderbird | SC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
