1984 Bitter SC vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Bitter | Monteverdi |
Model | SC | 400 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |