1983 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | 320 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
