1985 Bitter SC vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 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 360 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 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 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 262 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 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |