1982 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | E |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
