1982 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | CLK |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
