1984 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 280 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | SC | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |