1984 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 22 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | SC | MC12 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |