1985 Bitter SC vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |