1983 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 21 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 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | F430 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |