1985 Bitter SC vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Bitter | Maserati |
| Model | SC | 228 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
