1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
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1988 Bitter Type III | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | Type III | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |