1981 Bitter SC vs. 1991 Ferrari C62
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari C62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 411 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1991 Ferrari C62 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | C62 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 588 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 723 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
