1985 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 14 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | F399 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
