1983 Bitter SC vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
