1985 Bitter SC vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 6 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348.
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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | 348 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
