1979 Bitter SC vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 54 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | C |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |