1982 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 25 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Maserati 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Bitter | Maserati |
| Model | SC | GT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
