1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1981 Bitter SC | |
Make | Ferrari | Bitter |
Model | Dino | SC |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |