1985 Bitter SC vs. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini A3C would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Bitter | Bizzarrini |
| Model | SC | A3C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
