1981 Bitter SC vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
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 | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |