1982 Bitter SC vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Bitter | Maserati |
| Model | SC | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
