1983 Bitter SC vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | 220 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
