1980 Bitter SC vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 20 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 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 307 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Bitter | Pininfarina |
| Model | SC | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
