1980 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 1998 Ferrari 456M has automatic transmission and 1980 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1980 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ferrari 456M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | 456M |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
