1983 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC.
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 R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | R |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3220 mm |
