1985 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy.
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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | SC | Indy |
Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |