1983 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 25 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 75 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | F430 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 465 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 - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |