1981 Bitter SC vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 640 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
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. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
