1983 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT

To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 20 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Bitter SC 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
Make Bitter Ferrari
Model SC 365 GT
Year Released 1983 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 4388 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 215 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2650 mm


 

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