1984 Bitter SC vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
