1983 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 27 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 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 450 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | SC | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |