1985 Bitter SC vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | 300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |