1984 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Quattroporte | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | SC | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |