1983 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 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 C (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | C |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
