1985 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
