1984 Bitter SC vs. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1984 Bitter SC | 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |