1981 Bitter SC vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1981 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
