1983 Bitter SC vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 8 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 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
