1985 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 17 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
