1981 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 582 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | SC | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |