1984 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | CL |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2954 mm |