1986 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | 360 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
