1979 Bitter SC vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | 400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |