1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 153 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 1980 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Bitter |
| Model | 365 GTB | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 75 L |
