1985 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 16 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | SC | 360 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |