1986 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 19 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 240 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | SC | 612 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
