1983 Bitter SC vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 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, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Bitter | Monteverdi |
| Model | SC | 375 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 130 L |
