1973 Bitter CD vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 314 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CD | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
