1984 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 27 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | CLS |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2875 mm |