1983 Bitter SC vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO

To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 675 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.

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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Bitter SC 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
Make Bitter Ferrari
Model SC 250 GTO
Year Released 1983 1964
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 215 km/hour 254 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2420 mm


 

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