1981 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1981 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1981 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
