1983 Bitter SC vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 140 L |