1973 Bitter CD vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 161 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD. 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT 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 | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | CD | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
