1984 Bitter SC vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | 220 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
