1973 Bitter CD vs. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 94 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | CD | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
