1979 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Bizzarrini Manta
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC.
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 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | |
| Make | Bitter | Bizzarrini |
| Model | SC | Manta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
