1984 Bitter SC vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 64 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | Mondial |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |