1980 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 23 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 490 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Bitter SC | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | 612 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 532 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 108 L |