1981 Bitter SC vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Bitter SC 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Bitter Ferrari
Model SC 250 GT
Year Released 1981 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2969 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 260 Nm
Engine Bore Size 95.1 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2610 mm