1983 Bitter SC vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 9 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | SC | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |